THE ART OF FASHION:

What American Women Wore

two hundred years of women’s fashions

November 8 through December 30, 2007

Guest Curator, Steven Porterfield

With the universal appeal of fashion, Steve Porterfield’s vast collection of vintage wear unveils the dramatic story of clothing. Each decade that spans 200 years is  represented with period styles and accessories including purses, hats, shoes, shawls, jewelry, as a well as women’s undergarments.

A special feature of the exhibit includes a Victorian truck with clothing, toys and letters of a young girl detailing her Christmas visit to a friend. Additional etchings and clothing patterns from various periods will also be included in the display. With contemporary fashion constantly searching for vogue trends, visitors will have the opportunity to experience the extensive repository of fashion ideas revealed in What Women Wore.

Video Interview and preview of exhibit

High Tea and Vintage Fashion Show:  Monday, November 12

Coffee and Fashion Show of Vintage Dressing Gowns, Boudoir Lingerie and Understructures:  Tuesday, December 4

Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles